Parents As Teachers

Parents As Teachers serving De Soto, Grandview, Hillsboro and Sunrise School Districtslocated at the De Soto Early Childhood Center 1812 Rock Road, De Soto, MO Ph: (636) 586-1008

Being a parent is one of the hardest but most rewarding jobs you will ever encounter.

Your baby was born to learn, and as a parent, you are your child’s first and most important teacher.

In their first years, children learn more and at a faster pace than at any other time in life.

The kinds of experiences you provide for your child’s early growth and development will help shape your child’s future success in school and life.

Parents as Teachers (PAT) is a free, voluntary parent education and family support program. It is a home visit program that can begin during pregnancy and continues until the child is 3 years old.

P.A.T. partners with the De Soto Public Library. Story time is available to the public each Monday morning at the library at 10:30. Our program sponsors the last Monday of each month with an hour of stories and fun activities. It’s a great opportunity to meet with parents and children from around the area.

We also partner with the De Soto Early Childhood Center. P.A.T. families are welcome to attend their field trips, too, but you must provide your own transportation. Check out the calendar to see a list of activities for each month.

Parents as Teachers is an international program designed to foster strong, loving relationships between parents and their children. You and your child deserve the support P.A.T. offers.

Give your child the best possible start in life because your baby was born to learn!

FREE SCREENING AND FREE DIAPERS With the completed screening of your child 2 months to 35 months of age.

A complete screening includes hearing, vision, general health and developmental. Please call (636) 586-1008 to schedule a screening appointment.